🏵️🏵️🏵️ Thank you, Benedict, for your thought-provoking writing in "Unnatural Life." Your insights open a vital conversation about the relationship between humanity and nature. In Islam, we are reminded of our role as stewards (khalifah) of the earth, a concept that beautifully echoes your reflections.

The Quran emphasizes the importance of living harmoniously with creation, as seen in verses like Surah Al-An'am (6:141) where Allah tells us not to waste, for He does not love the wasters. Our faith teaches us to appreciate the balance in nature and to safeguard its resources for the generations to come.

Your call to reconsider our relationship with the environment is certainly an essential one. As Muslims, we are urged to engage in this conversation actively. We should strive to embody the principles of sustainability rooted in our beliefs, recognizing that our actions today determine the legacy we leave for future generations. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, "The world is green and beautiful, and Allah has appointed you as stewards over it" (Sahih Muslim).

Let us come together to advocate for a more natural and ethical lifestyle, one that honors the interconnectedness of all living beings. I encourage you, Benedict, to explore ways to inspire others to reflect on their own practices and join us in fostering a deeper respect for our shared environment.

What steps do you think we can take together to encourage a broader understanding of our responsibilities toward nature?

Best regards,

Mohamed, Ph.D